Fantasy and Function: Pennyroyal Tea Residence in Chennai by Multitude of Sins.We'll be honest—this project differs from the usual type of home we feature on Yellowtrace (even though 'usual type' or 'style' isn't something we subscribe to). While not all of it may be our cup of tea, this epic house feels like...
Puro PoznaĹ„’s Craft Renaissance: A Love Letter to Polish Heritage.Holloway Li's renovation of Puro PoznaĹ„ celebrates Polish craft traditions through thoughtful design interventions. From the sculptural reception desk to Art Nouveau-inspired glass windows, each element tells a story of local artisanship...
RF Studio’s Stone Tables Tell a Story of Peru’s Ancient Geological Heritage.In an outstanding fusion of ancient technique and contemporary design, RF Studio's Mapa de Suelos collection transforms Peruvian stone into functional art pieces. Each table, crafted through traditional stoneworking methods, represents a...
Architect Bárbara Fischer of Bravio Studios Transforms Handmade Rug Remnants into Wearable Art.Innovation in design isn't just about new technologies; it's about reimagining the familiar. Bravio Studios, led by architect Bárbara Fischer, exemplifies this philosophy by transforming rug remnants into luxury handbags. This approach...
Estudio Soroche’s Project in Moray, Peru Highlights the Region’s Biodiversity Through Design.Estudio Soroche redesign of Mater’s research centre within the Mil restaurant in Moray, Peru integrates local craftsmanship and sustainable materials, reflecting the rawness and robustness of the surrounding...
The Politics of Weaving, Bobbin Lace & Gender Roles: UMT Project by LluĂs Alexandre Casanovas Blanco.LluĂs Alexandre Casanovas Blanco has designed a chair in collaboration with his mother MarĂa Luisa Blanco using traditional weaving techniques. Continuing on from his 2018 research project Real Estate Boom House, the piece acts as a...
Ibuju Collection by Fango Tackles Deforestation.Colombian designer Francisco Jaramillo of Fango Studio has designed Ibuji, a furniture collection made from Yaré, a natural fibre vine found in the Amazon jungle. Rather than cutting down more trees and endangering the native timber, the...
Maison InteĚ€gre’s Debut Collection of Bronze Works Revives the Lost Wax Technique of West Africa.Gleaming bronze finishes, gentle curves and a bygone quality that whispers of ancient traditions—Maison Intègre's maiden collection could easily belong in a museum. The Burkina Faso-based company's limited-edition bronze work...
Mythology Woven Artwork Collection by Kustaa Saksi.Finnish multidisciplinary visual artist Kustaa Saksi has created a series of woven artworks based on well-known mythologies, folk tales and legends from around the world. From the Ancient Greek narratives and African tales to legends of...